Hello again, everyone and happy Friday to you all. The Cubs stove has been simmering for weeks now, but we have not even come close to a hard boil. However, I have a distinct feeling that is all about to change. From Sapporo to Milwaukee, baseball news now comes from all over the globe, and the news is going to start rolling in to Chicago.
So, let’s get to some rambling and towards the end, look for the re-emergence of my favorite little “WTF” game.
Here we go …
•I might be the first person to use Sapporo and Milwaukee in the same sentence … ever
•Unless Sapporo is some crazy fun city with tons of cheese and beer and, um, unhealthy people.
•No, Chicago is not much healthier.
•Speaking of Chicago and Milwaukee … since one traversed north in free agency, I think someone else should move south.
•I know this is not news to anyone, but I agree that 5-year, $125 million contract with an option for a sixth year.
•I really hope the Cubs did not spend something north of $50 ...
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Darwin Barney,
Marlon Byrd,
Mike Quade
TEAMS: Chicago Cubs, Oakland Athletics
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